About Easington Lane

Easington Lane is a village located in Tyne and Wear, England, within the postcode area DH5. It is situated approximately five miles south of Newcastle upon Tyne and is part of the Metropolitan Borough of Sunderland. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of housing styles that reflect its development over the years. The local amenities include a selection of shops, schools, and community facilities, catering to the needs of its residents. Easington Lane also benefits from nearby green spaces, providing opportunities for outdoor activities. The village is well-connected by public transport, making it accessible for those commuting to nearby towns and cities.

School Ratings in Easington Lane

Easington Lane is served by 88 schools. Houghton Le Spring Nursery School and Bernard Gilpin Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Easington Lane

Property prices average £153K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £83K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Easington Lane

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Easington Lane, with 35 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Easington Lane

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Easington Lane is among the more deprived areas nationally. The area sees higher levels of employment deprivation, with more residents excluded from the labour market. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Easington Lane

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Easington Lane, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,377 sales

Average Price £153K
£2K — £8.25M
Detached £228K 788
Semi £131K 1,074
Terraced £83K 1,351
Flat £70K 58

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

60 Primary
7 Secondary
21 Other
Easington Lane Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Sunderland Children's Centre Hetton 0.7 miles Hetton Lyons Nursery School Nursery Good 0.7 miles Hetton Lyons Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Hetton Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Hetton Academy Secondary 1.1 miles South Hetton Primary Primary Good 1.3 miles Eppleton Academy Primary School Primary 1.4 miles Elemore Hall School Good 1.7 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Murton Primary Good 1.8 miles Ribbon School Primary Good 1.9 miles East Rainton Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Easington Lane IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation identifies Easington Lane as one of the more deprived areas nationally. Residents face greater challenges around employment and income, though ongoing investment in infrastructure and services is helping to address these issues over time.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
4/10
Employment
2/10
Education
4/10
Health
2/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
4,400 Children (0-15) 18%
15,135 Working Age 60%
7,249 Older (60+) 29%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 46.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 25.8% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Easington Lane 97 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Easington Lane experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Anti-social behaviour is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established small town.

35 Anti-Social Behaviour
29 Violence & Sexual Offences
9 Burglary
5 Shoplifting
4 Criminal Damage & Arson
4 Vehicle Crime
3 Drugs
3 Other Theft
2 Other Crime
1 Weapons
1 Robbery
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Northumbria Houghton Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 2 stations

Chester-Le-Street Train Station 6.5 miles
Sunderland Train Station 6.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Lyons 0 yards Hetton-Le-Hole 0.9 miles South Hetton 0.9 miles Hetton-le-Hill 0.9 miles Elemore Vale 0.9 miles Low Moorsley 1.2 miles Great Eppleton 1.2 miles Hetton Downs 1.4 miles Rainton Bridge 1.8 miles High Haswell 1.9 miles Middle Rainton 2 miles East Rainton 2 miles

Local Government

District Sunderland
Ward Hetton
Constituency Houghton and Sunderland South
Parish Hetton
Region North East

Streets in DH5 30 shown View all streets

A182 9 Aiden Way 1 Airedale Gardens 1 Alder Close 2 Alexander Drive 2 All Saints Drive 1 Allendale Street 2 Appletreewick Close 1 B1284 7 B1285 2 B1404 2 Bailey Way 2 Baker Street 1 Balfour Street 2 Balmoral Crescent 2 Bedale Street 1 Bedeswell Drive 1 Bedford Street 2 Belmont Rise 1 Bishops Wynd 1 Blackcap Close 2 Blindy Lane 1 Bloom Lane 4 Bloomfield Drive 1 Blossom Street 2 Bonica Close 2 Borrowdale Street 2 Bowes Avenue 1 Bradley Avenue 2 Brickgarth 2

Postcodes in DH5 50 shown View all postcodes

DH5 0AA DH5 0AB DH5 0AD DH5 0AE DH5 0AF DH5 0AG DH5 0AH DH5 0AJ DH5 0AL DH5 0AN DH5 0AP DH5 0AQ DH5 0AR DH5 0AS DH5 0AT DH5 0AU DH5 0AW DH5 0AX DH5 0BA DH5 0BB DH5 0BG DH5 0BH DH5 0BJ DH5 0BL DH5 0BN DH5 0BP DH5 0BQ DH5 0BW DH5 0DA DH5 0DB DH5 0DE DH5 0DF DH5 0DG DH5 0DH DH5 0DJ DH5 0DL DH5 0DN DH5 0DQ DH5 0DR DH5 0DS DH5 0DT DH5 0DU DH5 0DW DH5 0DX DH5 0DY DH5 0DZ DH5 0EA DH5 0ED DH5 0EE DH5 0EF